Need a tail cap switch for a Gerber Cortex flashlight.

[dfusco923]

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement tail cap switch for a Gerber Cortex flashlight?

 

[knucklegary]

Did you try Gerber customer service?

 

[dfusco923]

Yes, no luck there. Gerber no longer makes or supports.

 

[MidnightDistortions]

Do you have another 2AA tail cap switch? Sometimes you can swap different brands around. For an example I can use a 2AA coast rail cap switch on a 2AA Minimag light.

The only other thing to suggest is to find the same light that someone is selling for as parts but that parts light would need to have the tailcap switch working.

 

[Monocrom]

Yes, no luck there. Gerber no longer makes or supports.

eBay is going to be your best bet.

 

[scalpel_ninja]

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement tail cap switch for a Gerber Cortex flashlight?

May we see some photos of the body threads where the tail cap attaches?

Looking at the specs, it appears this also runs on three CR123s, so the diameter will need to accommodate a 16mm cell. There might be a remote chance Elzetta tail caps could fit.

Also, I'm assuming you did isolate the issue to the tail cap? There's nothing wrong with the head and emitter?

 

[dfusco923]

Yes, I did verify the problem is with the tail cap switch (I have two identical Cortex flashlights and when I interchange the tail cap switch from the other flashlight the flashlight works.)

 

[knucklegary]

With the broken switch, does the plunger action feel like spring is broken?
You might be able to fit another 16mm switch. Try disassembly, unscrew the retainer spanner.. Good chance its a very common Chinese style switch easily replaceable.

 

[scalpel_ninja]

Yes, I did verify the problem is with the tail cap switch (I have two identical Cortex flashlights and when I interchange the tail cap switch from the other flashlight the flashlight works.)

I agree with @knucklegary about trying to remove the switch internal parts. A pair of needle nose pliers should be sufficient to remove that silver ring with two divots. If it's glued, then some heat from a soldering iron directly on the ring should loosen it up.

Once the white internal portion is out, it might be an inexpensive replacement. If it can be verified and sourced, then you'll also have the option to buy multiple for future repairs.